Review: Goji Berries

The flagship flavor of the G-Shot line is this one, known as “Goji Berries.” Key ingredients include goji berries (of course), stevia, monk fruit (also a sweetener), grape seed extract, taurine, glucuronolactone, and caffeine. The flavor of the drink is very strong, with a slightly tart fruit flavor that quickly turns into a bitter finish from the sweeteners. It’s definitely something that should be consumed quickly -- the flavor is not something worth savoring. Functionally, it seems to have what you’d expect to find in an energy shot: B vitamins, caffeine, and taurine. The biggest point of differentiation being in the drink’s 3800 ORAC value (antioxidants) and its health oriented branding. Visually, the 2.4 oz. fully wrapped glass bottle looks unique and fits with the drinks good-for-you theme. The G-Shot brand name feels fairly mainstream, which is helped by the clean and simple design of the brand. However, it’s lacking in the personality department as it stands right now. Overall, Goji Berries G-Shot is an interesting and unique approach to a category that is filled with brands who make little effort to differentiate from the market leader.